Hair Brush

ABSTRACT

The invention relates to a hair brush comprising a handle body and a plurality of bristles disposed on an independent removable element provided with quick-coupling means for coupling/removing same in relation to the handle body. The hair brush is provided with an electrically operated and powered vibrator such that, when in operation, the vibrator performs a massaging movement at the bristle application point.

OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

The present application is related to a hair brush that incorporatessignificant innovations and advantages when compared to known brushes.

More specifically, the invention relates to a hair brush comprising ahandle body and a plurality of bristles, which is easy to use andoffering greater hygiene.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

It is well known that there are a wide range of hair brushes on themarket and that are differentiated primarily from the aestheticviewpoint or in the type of bristles utilized, either with respect tothe hardness or the length of each one of the bristles.

However, none of the brushes known by the applicant considers theexistence of an invention that has the characteristics described herein,such that it may be used by multiple users whilst ensuring hygiene.

DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The present invention has been developed with the aim of providing ahair brush that solves the problems previously mentioned, also providingother additional advantages which will be apparent from the descriptiondetailed hereinafter.

It is therefore an object of the present invention to provide a hairbrush comprising a handle body and a plurality of bristles, and it ischaracterized in that the plurality of bristles are disposed on anindependent element provided with quick-coupling means for coupling samein the handle body.

Thanks to these characteristics, we obtain an original hair brush suchthat the user may exchange various types of different bristles dependingon their use or need without having to change brush, the exchange ofbristles being carried out in a simple, easy and particularly quickmanner. This aspect also provides the option for multiple users to beable to utilize the same brush by simply changing the element providedwith the bristles.

In a preferred embodiment, the quick-coupling elements comprise tabsthat fit on the inside of a housing defined in the handle body thatfacilitate assembly and disassembly of the independent element quicklyand easily for the user without requiring any additional element.

Preferably, the handle body is provided with a recess into which theindependent element fits.

Advantageously, the edge of the front part of the handle body whichdefines the recess includes a sunken portion. In this way, the user, bymanually applying pressure or with the aid of any pointed element canlift and remove the aforementioned independent element.

In accordance with another aspect of the invention, the independentelement is formed by a body with a substantially rectangular plane fromwhich tabs laterally protrude, which constitute the quick-couplingelements.

Another object of the invention is to provide the housing that isprovided with at least one orifice through which a laser beam comingfrom a laser device passes through, said laser device being housed onthe inside of the handle body. Thus, the comb has the capacity toprovide energy effects that are well known in processes of laserphototherapy, thereby encouraging the growth of thicker, healthier andmore voluminous hair. The type of laser utilized is that known as “lowintensity laser”, which stimulates the hair follicles to produce newhair without causing side effects.

In a preferred embodiment of the brush, an elevated section protrudesfrom the housing provided with a plurality of orifices through whichcorresponding laser beams pass, while more specifically, the orificesare located in corresponding lugs that protrude outwardly from theabovementioned elevated section, such that it prevents the beam of lightfrom fading or losing power as occurs with the rest of the knownbrushes, such that each point is focused on more intensely. Similarly,another advantageous feature is the fact that it allows penetration ofthe laser beam through to the root of the hair itself, the point whereit really has a therapeutic and beneficial effect.

In accordance with another characteristic of the invention, the brush isadditionally provided with an electrically-powered vibrator device suchthat, when in operation, the vibrator device performs a massagingmovement at the bristle application point. Additionally, the intensityof the massaging movement can be adjusted, adopting different massagingsensations.

Other characteristics and advantages of the hair brush, object of thepresent invention will become apparent from the description of apreferred, although not exclusive embodiment that is illustrated by wayof non-limiting example in the drawings that are appended, in which:

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1.—Perspective view of the hair brush in accordance with thepresent invention in a condition in which the independent removableelement is separated from the handle body; and

FIG. 2.—Perspective view of a second embodiment of the hair brush of theinvention; and

FIG. 3.—Cross-sectional view of the brush of the invention which restson a base.

DESCRIPTION OF A PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

As shown in the embodiments of the invention, the hair brush essentiallycomprises an elongated handle body 1 made, for example, from any type ofplastic material and a plurality of bristles or teeth 2 arranged in anorderly manner. No further detail will be provided on thecharacteristics of the bristles or teeth since they are not specificallythe object of the invention and they may be made by any known techniqueof the art. The plurality of bristles 2 are fitted into an independentremovable element 3 also made, for example, from plastic materialprovided with quick-coupling means which are detailed hereinafter, forcoupling same to the handle body 1, such that one brush can be sharedamongst several users, for example, those in the same family, with eachuser having 10 their own independent element.

As can be seen in both embodiments, the quick-coupling elements comprisea number of tabs 4 that fit into a number of openings 5 located on theinside of the housing 6 defined in the handle body 1 where theindependent element fits into place 3. Two of the tabs located on theopposite sides have a harpoon-shaped end piece ensuring that theindependent removable element 3 is securely coupled during use thereof.

To facilitate removal of the independent element 3 in relation to thehandle body 1 there is a sunken portion 7 with an arched shape disposedon the front edge of the recess.

The housing 6 is provided with an elevated section 8 provided with aplurality of orifices 9 through which the corresponding laser beams fromthe laser device pass (not shown), said laser device housed on theinside of the handle body 1 and which is powered electrically through aswitch located on the outer face and powered by a rechargeable battery.Additionally, the handle body 1 has a display screen enabling the userto see the battery charge status in order to operate the laser device.

The independent removable element 3 has a longitudinal opening throughwhich the aforementioned elevated section protrudes 8 so that the laserbeams can act on the hair.

Furthermore, as can be seen from FIG. 3, the brush is provided with avibrator device 11 housed on the inside of the handle body 1 which iselectrically powered by the battery such that, when in operation saidvibrator device 11 performs a massaging movement at the bristleapplication point which encourages the stimulation of blood flow to thescalp. This device can be operated via a push-button also located on theouter part of the brush body.

The existing difference between the two embodiments shown in FIGS. 1 and2 lies in the type of bristle provided in the independent element,maintaining the same numerical references in both embodiments for thosecommon elements.

The details, shapes, dimensions and other accessory elements, as well asthe materials used to manufacture the hair brush of the invention may besuitably replaced by others which are technically equivalent, providedthey do not depart from the essential nature of the invention or fromthe scope defined by the claims appended hereinafter.

1. A hair brush comprising a handle body and a plurality of bristles,wherein the plurality of bristles are disposed on an independentremovable element provided with quick-coupling means for coupling sameand removing in relation to the handle body.
 2. A hair brush accordingto claim 1, wherein the quick-coupling elements comprise tabs that fitinto the corresponding openings located on the inside of the housingdefined on the handle body.
 3. A hair brush according to claim 1,wherein the handle body is provided with a recess into which theindependent element fits.
 4. A hair brush according to claim 1, whereinthe edge of the front part of the handle body that defines the recessincludes a sunken portion.
 5. A hair brush according to claim 1, whereinthe independent element is formed by a body with a substantiallyrectangular plane with laterally projecting tabs which constitute thequick-coupling elements.
 6. A hair brush according to claim 2, whereinthe housing is provided with at least one orifice through which a laserbeam coming from an electrically-operated laser device passes, saidlaser device being housed on the inside of the handle body.
 7. A hairbrush according to claim 6, wherein an elevated section protrudes fromthe housing provided with a plurality of orifices through which thecorresponding laser beams pass.
 8. A hair brush according to claim 5,wherein the independent removable element has an opening through whichthe aforementioned elevated section protrudes.
 9. A hair brush accordingto claim 7, wherein the orifices are located on the corresponding lugsthat protrude outwardly from the aforementioned elevated section.
 10. Ahair brush according to claim 1, wherein it is provided with anelectrically operated and powered vibrator device such that, when inoperation, said device performs a massaging movement at the bristleapplication point.
 11. A hair brush according to claim 10, wherein thevibrator device is adjustable in the intensity of the massagingmovement.